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Food & Drink
Food & DrinkJune 4
Bagel Battle in Wicker Park
In Wicker, Bro Bagel's owner is taking on Call Your Mother. But which bagel is best?
Food & DrinkJune 3
New Spots To Dine & Drink in Chicago
Chicago has no shortage of good places to eat around town. Here are some of the bar, restaurant, and café openings we're watching.
Food & DrinkMay 27
Chicago Says Goodbye to Schlitz
Production of Schlitz beer has ceased. Here's how Chicagoans are paying homage to the cheap beer.
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Food & DrinkMay 13
Chicago’s Indoor/Outdoor Bars
Here are some of our favorite bars that offer outdoor patios to grab a drink.
Food & DrinkMay 12
Jim’s and the History of the Maxwell Street Polish
After nearly 90 years in the Maxwell Street Area, Jim’s Original is moving to Pilsen. The stand popularized the Maxwell Street Polish.
Food & DrinkMarch 30
Hot Chicken in Chicago
Chicago has plenty of its own famous sandwiches, but the Nashville hot chicken trend is still going strong across the city.
Food & DrinkMarch 16
Beloved Breweries That Still Exist
Not long ago, Chicago was the nation’s brewing capital, but several local breweries recently announced closures.
Food & DrinkMarch 12
A Literally Green Bar Crawl
Check out this selection of green bars to visit for St. Patrick's Day, which is being observed this weekend.
Food & DrinkFebruary 20
Where You Can Still Find Pepper-and-Egg Sandwiches
This Lent, we’ve got Pope Leo XIV in the Vatican! Bring on the peppers and eggs!
Food & DrinkFebruary 5
A Search for Chicago's Best Gyros
Gyros, as we know it, is a Chicago invention. Now, I’m on a quest to find the best in town.
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